How far is Ames, IA from Waukee, IA?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Ames and Waukee is 32.26 miles (51.92 km).

Flight distance from Ames, IA to Waukee, IA is 32.26 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Ames, Iowa to Waukee, Iowa is: 47.39 miles (76.27 km) by car.

Driving from Ames to Waukee will take approximately 00 hours 51 minutes.

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#1 Ames

The most populous city in Story County, Iowa. It is located on the Des Moines River in central Iowa. Ames is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Iowa State University campus and the Ames Historical Society.

Population 67033
GPS Coordinates 42°2'5"N 93°37'12"W
Latitude 42.0347100
Longitude -93.6199400
Altitude 287
Country United States
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#2 Waukee

City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America

Population 26166
GPS Coordinates 41°36'42"N 93°53'7"W
Latitude 41.6116600
Longitude -93.8852300
Altitude 314
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Ames and Waukee

The distance between Ames and Waukee is 76 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 50 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Ames and Waukee. The current time is 09:22:40.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 34 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 11 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 56 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 47 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 40 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 37 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 35 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.33 liters (1.67 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ames and Waukee.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ames to Waukee is $5.49 (diesel $7.77).

Iowa gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.29 $3.6 $4.06 $4.65
Total $5.49 $6.02 $6.8 $7.77

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Iowa ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.285 (Diesel $4.648) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 21, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ames and Waukee (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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